Is it just us, or does Halloween have a sneaky way of turning up out of the blue? One minute it’s early September and you’re convinced there’s plenty of time to plan something incredible. The next, it’s mid-October, the sweaters are out, and you’re staring down another season of carving pumpkins and perfecting soup recipes. Some people live for it. Others hear the first crunch of leaves and think, “Here comes winter.”
At The Point, we have a different take on spooky season. Why not skip the gloom altogether and swap it for palm trees, poolside cocktails, and an escape you’ll be talking about for years?
Celebrating Halloween in Costa Rica is a way to enjoy all the festive fun, but skipping the cold toes. And if you’re staying in one of the country’s finest beach house rentals in Costa Rica, you can turn the festivities into a luxury retreat that blends private villa events with local cultural traditions.
Here’s how we love to do Halloween the warm and unforgettable way at The Point Luxury Villa in Tamarindo.
1. HOST A HALLOWEEN WHODUNIT MYSTERY NIGHT
Kick off your tropical Halloween getaway with something truly unique, like a whodunit-mystery dinner at your private villa. We’ll set up the scene at twilight, just as the setting sun drenches the property in that beautiful golden glow. We’ll light lanterns in the garden, as you and your loved ones step into character for an immersive night of mystery.
We can arrange a professionally scripted game that fits the exact scene you want, be it a roaring 1920s speakeasy or a gothic mansion mystery, which is always a hit for Halloween. The villa’s open-plan spaces were designed for nights of entertainment just like these, and with our in-house Chef preparing a multi-course dinner, and our mixologist extraordinaire, Angel, ensuring the cocktails are flowing, you’re set for a dinner party you will never forget.
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2. FOLKLORE AND DÍA DE LA MASCARADA NIGHT
Costa Rica has its own Halloween traditions, and adding them to your celebrations is a great way to enjoy local culture. On folklore night, we gather everyone by the pool or around a bonfire for a special evening of storytelling. Our team can invite a local storyteller to share some of the country’s most famous and spine-tingling legends. From La Segua, the ghostly woman who lures wandering men to El Cadejos, the spectral dog that guards or curses travelers, and La Llorona, whose mournful cries are said to echo near rivers and lakes.
This night is also the perfect time to embrace Día de la Mascarada, a Costa Rican festival that happens around the same time as Halloween. Locals craft giant, colorful paper-mâché masks and parade through the streets in a buzzy blend of music, art, and tradition.
We love including a touch of this local tradition to the villa as well, with a private mask-making workshop. We’ll have local artisans guide you through crafting your own Mascarada-style mask, using traditional skills passed down through generations. By the end of the evening, you’ll have a beautifully hand-painted mask to wear for the rest of your tropical spooky celebrations and to bring home as a fabulous souvenir.
3. A VILLA TRICK-OR-TREAT HUNT
Families love this one the most. Rather than wandering suburban streets in the cold, your Halloween “trick-or-treating” takes place through The Point’s lush tropical gardens, terraces, and hidden corners. We can set up a hybrid treasure hunt and treat route, where kids follow clues to find special treats and surprises (or mini cocktails for the adults), hidden around the property.
This always turns our to be a super fun night, especially if you wear the masks you made in the private workshop.
By mixing and matching activities, you can create your own special way to celebrate Halloween in Costa Rica. This way, no one feels like they’re missing, while you also enjoy a luxurious and engaging experience.
4. COSTUME PARTY BY THE POOL
Now, everyone knows that no Halloween is complete without a good costume party, and one of the best things about beach house rentals in Costa Rica is that you can plan the event of your dreams. An elegant masquerade ball with exquisite canapes or a more chilled-out spooky party with themed drinks and crowd-pleasing bites? Your choice.
Don’t forget to pack your favorite costume from home and we’ll take care of the villa, transforming it into the ultimate tropical stage, with a DJ or your curated themed playlist, to set the mood. Guests often end the night with a swim under the stars or a late-night movie projected in the villa’s home theater. We can also set up a beach bonfire, with lanterns, soft music, and marshmallows for toasting.
5. TAKE PART IN TAMARINDO’S HALLOWEEN FESTIVITIES
Once you’ve soaked up the villa fun, it’s time to see how the locals do it. Tamarindo loves Halloween, and the town puts on a mix of parades, bar events, costume contests, and themed nights.
Your Concierge can arrange private transfers so you can enjoy the celebrations without a worry. Some guests prefer to do this on one evening, keeping the rest of their stay focused on villa events and relaxing in the sun.
Planning Tip from the Point’s Concierge:
Halloween in Costa Rica is all about blending tradition with fun! Start your week with cool activities like mask-making and folklore nights, then dive into the lively parties and Tamarindo festivities as the 31st approaches. This way, you’ll enjoy the best of both worlds and can look forward to a varied, week-long itinerary of fun activities.
6. SPOOKY MOVIE-MARATHON BY THE POOL
Halloween takes on a whole new glow when you settle in for a cinematic evening by the infinity pool at The Point. We’ll set up a professional projector in the garden, float lanterns across the water, and transform the villa into an open-air theater. We’d suggest a couple of hair-raising Hitchcock classic for grown-up nights, and for families, we have a lineup of wonderful favorites like Hocus Pocus, Wednesday, The Addams Family, and Beetlejuice.
The Point’s Chef can prepare a themed menu to keep everyone fueled through the night, from freshly popped corn served in mini cauldrons to sliders with “bloody” beet ketchup for the kids, to an elegant but equally delectable spread of local and imported delights for the adults in the group.
Halloween might be one night, but when you’re staying at The Point, it often turns into a week-long tropical escape. Many of our guests arrive a few days before the 31st to enjoy surf lessons, spa sessions on the terrace, and day trips arranged by the Concierge.
7. MAKE THE POINT YOUR DREAM ESCAPE FOR HALLOWEEN IN COSTA RICA!
The Point is one of the best beach house rentals in Costa Rica and is tailor-made for a unique Halloween getaway. The villa can host groups of friends or family, giving you space to create your own events. You won’t share the space with strangers, which helps you have a better and infinitely more private experience.
Our Concierge team is ready to help you plan every detail and will go the extra length to make your stay with us a seamless and special affair, taking care of events, like a mask-making workshops to logistics like transfers into Tamarindo. We aim to create smooth experiences, not just for Halloween but any time of year.
Are you ready to plan your unforgettable spooky getaway in paradise?
Contact our Concierge for more information!
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